Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
elongata
ID:
147651

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.Sm.

Source:
ipni

Year:
1875

Citation Micro:
Hist. Fil. 168. 1875 (1875)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000146980



Common Names

  • Jamesonia
  • Elongata Fern
  • Forked Jamesonia


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Synonyms

  • Gymnogramma angustifrons Baker [unknown]
  • Jamesonia bipinnata Fée [unknown]
  • Gymnogramma elongata Hook. & Grev. [unknown]
  • Psilogramme elongata Kuhn [unknown]
  • Eriosorus elongatus (Hook. & Grev.) Copel. [unknown]

Description

Jamesonia elongata (also called Elongate Jamesonia, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the family Dryopteridaceae. It is a terrestrial fern native to tropical Africa, where it is found in moist, shady habitats, often near water.

Uses & Benefits

Jamesonia elongata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used for making handicrafts and as a food source.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Jamesonia elongata is a small, yellowish-green spike, with a single spikelet. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped nutlet. The seedlings are small, with thin, lance-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Jamesonia elongata is an epiphytic fern native to tropical Asia. It is easily cultivated in moist, humus-rich, well-drained soil. Propagation is by spores or division of the rhizome.

Where to Find Jamesonia elongata

Jamesonia elongata is native to the Caribbean, Central and South America. It is found in wet, shady forests and along streams.

Jamesonia elongata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Jamesonia elongata?

Jamesonia elongata

Where does Jamesonia elongata grow?

Jamesonia elongata is found in Brazil.

What type of plant is Jamesonia elongata?

Jamesonia elongata is a fern species.

Species in the Jamesonia genus

Jamesonia elongata, Jamesonia osteniana, Jamesonia accrescens, Jamesonia angusta, Jamesonia ascendens, Jamesonia aureonitens, Jamesonia biardii, Jamesonia caracasana, Jamesonia cheilanthoides, Jamesonia chiapensis, Jamesonia congesta, Jamesonia ewanii, Jamesonia feei, Jamesonia flabellata, Jamesonia flexuosa, Jamesonia glaberrima, Jamesonia glaziovii, Jamesonia hirsutula, Jamesonia hirta, Jamesonia insignis, Jamesonia lechleri, Jamesonia lindigii, Jamesonia longipetiolata, Jamesonia madidiensis, Jamesonia mathewsii, Jamesonia novogranatensis, Jamesonia orbignyana, Jamesonia paucifolia, Jamesonia rufescens, Jamesonia setulosa, Jamesonia stuebelii, Jamesonia vellea, Jamesonia warscewiczii, Jamesonia wurdackii, Jamesonia rotundifolia, Jamesonia scammaniae, Jamesonia peruviana, Jamesonia alstonii, Jamesonia goudotii, Jamesonia boliviensis, Jamesonia scalaris, Jamesonia imbricata, Jamesonia blepharum, Jamesonia hispidula, Jamesonia pulchra, Jamesonia cinnamomea, Jamesonia canescens, Jamesonia verticalis, Jamesonia crespiana, Jamesonia robusta,

Species in the Pteridaceae family